Zimbabwe and the West Indies are set to face off in match 44 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on February 23. This is an important Super 8 Group 1 clash, with both teams having topped their respective groups in the previous round. Group 1 also includes India and South Africa. South Africa stunned India by 76 runs in the group opener, and now the winner between Zimbabwe and the West Indies will earn two crucial points in the race for the semifinals.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Match Preview
Both teams are unbeaten so far. Zimbabwe won three group-stage matches, with a rain-abandoned game against Ireland, and recorded wins over Australia and Sri Lanka. The West Indies have been dominant as well, beating Scotland, England, Nepal, and Italy. The Windies may have a slight advantage, having already played a few games in Mumbai during this tournament, while Zimbabwe is playing at this venue for the first time, having played all previous matches in Sri Lanka.
💥 Zimbabwe vs West Indies – Super 8 💥
– Venue: Wankhede 🏟️📍
– Eng vs WI – WI won in Wankhede
– Nep vs WI – WI won in Wankhede– Zim vs WI – Head-to-Head in T20WC – WI Wonpic.twitter.com/ClGLTsWDt7
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Zimbabwe vs West Indies Weather Report
In Mumbai, temperatures can vary during the day, but since the match will be played in the evening, it is expected to be around 30°C. Humidity levels are usually high in this part of the city. However, dew does not always have a big impact at this venue. Rain is also unlikely at this time of the year. The Wankhede Stadium has hosted many matches in similar conditions before.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Pitch Report
At the Wankhede Stadium in this T20 World Cup, the average first-innings score has ranged between 160 and 170. The pitch is good for batting and allows players to play their shots freely. However, bowlers do get some assistance, especially spinners, during the middle overs.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Squads
Zimbabwe T20I squad: Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor.
West Indies T20I squad: Brandon King, Shai Hope (w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Head To Head
Head-to-head record: Zimbabwe and the West Indies meet for the fifth time in T20Is. So far, the West Indies lead 3-1, including a 1-0 advantage at the T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Predicted XIs:
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Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (w), Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani.
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West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph.
